10 Tips to Improve Your Photography & Camera Skills – PictureCorrect

10 Tips to Improve Your Photography & Camera Skills – PictureCorrect: "Cameras come with instruction manuals for a reason. Use them. Quite often, these little books packed full of information explain the reason for your terrible shots. I teach beginners the ins and outs of not being scared of your camera’s settings and features. I always tell students that the more they know about their camera, the quicker they can respond, especially when on holiday, enjoying something like whale watching. Not getting to know all the features of your camera and how to adjust or access them with practice will always ensure you get the after splash and not the tail fin of the whale."



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How to Take Better Pictures Through Windows – PictureCorrect

How to Take Better Pictures Through Windows – PictureCorrect: "t’s often tempting–or unavoidable–to take photos through a window or glass door, but it’s not always easy to get great images shooting this way.  There are some tricks that you should know beforehand to ensure you get great photos without unwanted reflections. In the video tutorial below, there are some helpful tips to get you started:"



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Pose Couples and Groups Like a Professional Wedding Photographer – PictureCorrect

Pose Couples and Groups Like a Professional Wedding Photographer – PictureCorrect: "Too many wedding photographers fall into the same routine pitfalls: standing large groups in a uniform line, not bringing enough softboxes to cover everyone, and, worst of all, posing the bride and groom unnaturally. Wedding photographers have to know what works for individual couples and place each person to highlight his or her best features. In this information-packed video, Moshe Zusman gives some excellent tips to help you stylize your next wedding shoot:"



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Daytime Long Exposure Photography Tips – PictureCorrect

Daytime Long Exposure Photography Tips – PictureCorrect: "There are two main categories of long exposure photography: images captured during the day and those that are taken at night. Although the techniques used to take these photos are largely the same, a number of differences also exist. This article talks about the techniques of taking daytime long exposures."



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5 Tips for Taking Product Photos That Sell – PictureCorrect

5 Tips for Taking Product Photos That Sell – PictureCorrect: "Find out how to distinguish yourself with flawless commercial photography that translates to big-time paydays with these pro tips from product photographer Christopher Grey. Plus, one fortunate photographer will be given his online Craftsy class, Commercial Photography: Taking Product Photos That Sell, and learn even more essential techniques for making money with your shots!"



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What Do Photography Contest Judges Look for in Winning Photos? – PictureCorrect

What Do Photography Contest Judges Look for in Winning Photos? – PictureCorrect: "
When the 2014 World Press Photo Awards were announced, some choices made perfect sense. Others were met with confusion. In the following video, jury chair Gary Knight explains some of the more complex decisions the panel had to make this year:"



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39 Colorful Sunset Photos to Start off Your Weekend

39 Colorful Sunset Photos to Start off Your Weekend: "Well I’ve just returned from spending two and a half weeks in sunny Nicaragua including nine days living right on the beach, in a little fishing village.

Teaser alert: I will share some of my images from the trip with you in article very soon I promise, be patient! Here’s one for you!"



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Weekly Photography Challenge Sunset Photography

Weekly Photography Challenge Sunset Photography: "Earlier today I shared some stunning, and colorful sunset images, including one of my own from my recent photo tour to Nicaragua. Even if you can’t get to exotic locations like that, I have a few tips for you to help you take better sunset photos. Then off you go as sunset photography is this week’s photography challenge."



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Taking Your First Night Photos - Digital Photo Secrets

Taking Your First Night Photos - Digital Photo Secrets: "We all lead busy lives. The world is likely dark when you get up and has already settled back into darkness by the time you get home. Not exactly great for getting your camera out and taking some shots. Have you ever considered getting out at night to take photos? Night photography can be intimidating but don’t be afraid of the dark! Read on to learn how to take your first night photographs. Night, night baby!"



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Breaking the Rules: Break The Small Aperture Rule - Digital Photo Secrets

Breaking the Rules: Break The Small Aperture Rule - Digital Photo Secrets: "The fundamental rules of photography have great wisdom to offer. Landscapes require great depth of field. Portraits require less depth of field. You should always follow the rule of thirds, except when it’s ok not to. You can’t use fast shutter speeds at night and you can’t use slow shutter speeds during the day."



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